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enhttp://michiganradio.org/feeds/term/1126/rss.xmlTake a quick look at the new models from Detroit's Big Three at the auto showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/take-quick-look-new-models-detroits-big-three-auto-show
<p>During the press days of the North American International Auto Show, Detroit's Big Three unveiled their latest 2016 models and made announcements about what's to come. Here are the highlights of what GM, Ford, and Chrysler brought up on stage and displayed on their stands.</p><p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RM0VTi23CXg</p><p>Fri, 15 Jan 2016 20:59:20 +0000Anthony Brown24880 at http://michiganradio.orgTake a quick look at the new models from Detroit's Big Three at the auto showA look at alternative vehicles at the North American International Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/look-alternative-vehicles-north-american-international-auto-show
<p></p><p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">The North American International Auto Show is in full swing in Detroit.</span></p><p><span style="line-height: 1.5;">Writer Paul </span>Eisenstein<span style="line-height: 1.5;">, publisher of T</span>heDetroitBureau.com<span style="line-height: 1.5;">, serves up an in-depth look at <a href="http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/January-2015/Considering-the-Alternatives/">the state of alternative fuel vehicles</a> for the January issue of <em>Hour Detroit Magazine</em>.</span></p><p>Eisenstein has covered all the news conferences and "big vehicle reveals" at the NAIAS. Amidst the luxury cars and the muscle cars like that new 650-horsepower Corvette automakers are still thinking "green" with alternative fuel options.</p><p>Mon, 19 Jan 2015 18:58:27 +0000Stateside Staff20598 at http://michiganradio.orgA look at alternative vehicles at the North American International Auto ShowPHOTOS: Concept cars at the 2015 North American International Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/photos-concept-cars-2015-north-american-international-auto-show
<p>Click on the image above to see some of the concept cars on display at this year's auto show.</p><p><em>- Paige Pfleger, Michigan Radio Newsroom</em></p>Tue, 13 Jan 2015 19:17:07 +0000Michigan Radio Newsroom20554 at http://michiganradio.orgPHOTOS: Concept cars at the 2015 North American International Auto ShowHow will lower gas prices affect the hybrid/electric vehicle market?http://michiganradio.org/post/how-will-lower-gas-prices-affect-hybridelectric-vehicle-market
<p></p><p style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Automakers are showing off everything from supercars to trucks to electrics at the North American International Auto Show this week. Michigan Radio's Tracy Samilton is covering the show in Detroit.</p><p style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Verdana, Arial; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">She says there are quite a few hybrids and electrics on display including the highly anticipated debut of a hybrid supercar — <a href="http://www.acura.com/FutureVehiclesNSX.aspx">the Acura NSX</a>&nbsp;-&nbsp;a "three motor sport hybrid."</p><p>Tue, 13 Jan 2015 16:11:14 +0000Rebecca Williams20550 at http://michiganradio.orgHow will lower gas prices affect the hybrid/electric vehicle market?GM announces the Chevy Bolt, an "affordable" longer range electric carhttp://michiganradio.org/post/gm-announces-chevy-bolt-affordable-longer-range-electric-car
<p>General Motors officials introduced a concept car, the Chevy Bolt, today at the North American International Auto Show. The car company claims the all-electric car has a range of up to 200 miles on one charge and will be affordable to the typical consumer. The company puts the price of the Bolt at $30,000 including a federal tax credit.</p><p>If it’s released, the Bolt would compete with the electric car-maker Tesla. Tesla’s Model S has a range of 265 miles on one charge, but the car’s price tag is out of reach for many consumers with a base price of nearly $70,000.</p>Mon, 12 Jan 2015 16:07:06 +0000Mark Brush & Tracy Samilton20537 at http://michiganradio.orgGM announces the Chevy Bolt, an "affordable" longer range electric carVW Golf named "Car of the Year," while Ford's F-150 takes "Truck of the Year"http://michiganradio.org/post/vw-golf-named-car-year-while-fords-f-150-takes-truck-year
<p>The Volkwagen Golf was named the North American Car of the Year, beating out the other two competitors nominated for the award – the Ford Mustang, and the Hyundai Genesis.</p><p>Mon, 12 Jan 2015 12:43:58 +0000Mark Brush & Sarah Cwiek20532 at http://michiganradio.orgVW Golf named "Car of the Year," while Ford's F-150 takes "Truck of the Year"Detroit auto show opens to the publichttp://michiganradio.org/post/detroit-auto-show-opens-public
<p>DETROIT (AP) - The North American International Auto Show in Detroit has opened its doors to the public.<br /><br />The annual event began Saturday at Cobo Center following a week of previews for journalists and others in the industry. A race-worthy Corvette, a sumptuous Mercedes C-Class and other glitzy models catch the eye at the show, which runs through Jan. 26.<br />Sat, 18 Jan 2014 21:47:00 +0000The Associated Press16081 at http://michiganradio.orgDetroit auto show opens to the publicNews from the Detroit Auto Show: The future of GM, a new Chrysler headquarters, and driverless cars http://michiganradio.org/post/news-detroit-auto-show-future-gm-new-chrysler-headquarters-and-driverless-cars
<p>Media preview days are in full swing at the North American International Auto Show.</p><p>Over 5,000 reporters from around the world have converged on Cobo Center, including Daniel Howes, a business columnist with The Detroit News.</p><p>Howes talks with us about the big car news to come out of the auto show.</p><p><em>Listen to full interview above.</em></p><p>Wed, 15 Jan 2014 20:46:21 +0000Stateside Staff16038 at http://michiganradio.orgNews from the Detroit Auto Show: The future of GM, a new Chrysler headquarters, and driverless cars Ford takes calculated risk with aluminum F-150http://michiganradio.org/post/ford-takes-calculated-risk-aluminum-f-150
<p>Ford Motor Company revealed a groundbreaking change for its top-selling F-150 truck at the North American International Auto Show on Monday. The new truck will have a body made mostly of aluminum instead of steel.</p><p></p><p>Ford is taking the calculated risk to retain its crown as the number one seller of pickups in the world.</p><p>Ford is&nbsp;banking on the loyalty of F-150 owners like David Mindell, CEO of Plantwise, a company that specializes in native plant landscaping and wetlands restoration.</p>Tue, 14 Jan 2014 14:05:00 +0000Tracy Samilton16007 at http://michiganradio.orgFord takes calculated risk with aluminum F-150Detroit auto show 'super' boost for ailing cityhttp://michiganradio.org/post/detroit-auto-show-super-boost-ailing-city
<p>DETROIT (AP) - Call it a 21st century paradox.<br /><br />The city of Detroit is in bankruptcy, mired in debt of at least $18 billion. But the industry it's synonymous with has left its own financial problems in the rearview mirror.<br /><br />This month, the industry comes to the Detroit area's aid, with an economic boost estimated near $400 million from its annual North American International Auto Show.<br /><br />The impact isn't solely financial. A successful show can help give local residents and businesses confidence that the city can get back on its feet again.<br />Sat, 11 Jan 2014 23:52:54 +0000The Associated Press15981 at http://michiganradio.orgDetroit auto show 'super' boost for ailing cityNissan in the spotlight (for good and other reasons) at the Detroit Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/nissan-spotlight-good-and-other-reasons-detroit-auto-show
<p>Nissan found itself in the spotlight at the North American International Auto Show today.&nbsp; But not entirely for reasons that would please company executives.</p>Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:35:36 +0000The Associated Press10770 at http://michiganradio.orgNissan in the spotlight (for good and other reasons) at the Detroit Auto ShowRenovations to Cobo Center may steal the spotlight at the auto showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/renovations-cobo-center-may-steal-spotlight-auto-show
<p>The North American International Auto Show in Detroit kicks off on Monday with preview days for the international press.</p><p></p><p>The show opens to the public next Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp; One of the highlights this year may not even be a car.</p><p></p>Sat, 12 Jan 2013 20:06:00 +0000Tracy Samilton10740 at http://michiganradio.orgRenovations to Cobo Center may steal the spotlight at the auto showAlmost ready? Officials promise most of Cobo Center will be open for Detroit's auto showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/almost-ready-officials-promise-most-cobo-center-will-be-open-detroits-auto-show
<p>The North American International Auto Show is less than a month away. &nbsp;But part of Detroit’s Cobo Center is still a very active construction site.</p><p></p><p>Rain is pouring through gaps in the roof. &nbsp;Construction crews are using heavy equipment. &nbsp;The space hardly looks like a scenic atrium.</p><p></p><p>But officials say wait three weeks.</p><p></p><p>The final phase of a $279 million renovation of Cobo Center is close to completion.</p><p></p>Fri, 21 Dec 2012 05:22:00 +0000Steve Carmody10486 at http://michiganradio.orgAlmost ready? Officials promise most of Cobo Center will be open for Detroit's auto showFeeling of "euphoria" at Detroit Auto Show with attendance uphttp://michiganradio.org/post/feeling-euphoria-detroit-auto-show-attendance
<p>Attendance is&nbsp;up about ten percent at the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.naias.com/">North American International Auto Show</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:16:13 +0000Tracy Samilton5806 at http://michiganradio.orgFeeling of "euphoria" at Detroit Auto Show with attendance upWhat to watch for at the North American International Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/what-watch-north-american-international-auto-show
<p>Media preview days have begun at the <a href="http://michiganradio.org/term/detroit-auto-show">North American International Auto Show</a> at Cobo Hall in Detroit. Michigan Radio&#39;s auto-beat reporter Tracy Samilton is at the show and spoke with us this morning about what we should look for over the next week.</p>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:52:45 +0000Zoe Clark & Christina Shockley5697 at http://michiganradio.orgWhat to watch for at the North American International Auto ShowNAIAS endures as one of premier auto shows despite new competitionhttp://michiganradio.org/post/naias-endures-one-premier-auto-shows-despite-new-competition
<p>The North American International Auto Show gets underway in just a couple of weeks in Detroit.&nbsp; While the show is still really big, it&rsquo;s facing new competitors.&nbsp;</p><p>India-based Jaguar and Land Rover are skipping the Detroit auto show this year to focus on a show in New Delhi.&nbsp; In recent years, some big launches happened at China auto shows instead of Detroit.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Michelle Krebs is with Edmunds.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She says Detroit&rsquo;s auto show also has domestic competitors.</p>Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:18:36 +0000Tracy Samilton5564 at http://michiganradio.orgNAIAS endures as one of premier auto shows despite new competitionChicago Auto Show organizers like Detroit's trendhttp://michiganradio.org/post/chicago-auto-show-organizers-detroits-trend
<p>For the second year in a row, attendance at the <a href="http://www.naias.com/">North American International Auto Show</a> increased.</p><p>It&#39;s not just good news for Detroit. It could also be good news for Chicago.</p><p>The <a href="http://www.chicagoautoshow.com/default.aspx">2011 Chicago Auto Show</a> kicks off in two weeks.</p><p>Its organizers say they&rsquo;re encouraged by the figures out of Detroit where 735,000 people attended this year&rsquo;s show.</p><p>That&rsquo;s about 20,000 more than last year.</p><p>It&#39;s not a huge increase, but it is a change from years of steady decline.<br /> Paul Brian works with the Chicago Auto Show, which attracts a lot more people than the Detroit Auto Show. Brian says regional rivalries aside</p><blockquote><p>&quot;It&#39;s kind of like whether you&rsquo;re Army, Navy, Air Force or Marines - everybody&rsquo;s playing on the same team. If it&rsquo;s good for the Detroit show, it&rsquo;s good for Chicago, and New York, and LA, and it&rsquo;s good for the industry.&quot;</p></blockquote><p>After all, buzz is buzz.Tue, 25 Jan 2011 18:37:24 +0000Kate Davidson996 at http://michiganradio.orgChicago Auto Show organizers like Detroit's trendAttendance up at the Detroit Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/attendance-detroit-auto-show
<p>Attendance is up at the <a href="http://www.naias.com/">North American International Auto Show</a> so far this year, the Detroit Free Press reports. The Freep <a href="http://www.freep.com/article/20110118/NEWS05/101180387/Auto-show-has-solid-gains-in-attendance#ixzz1BO4VSLkT">says</a>:</p><blockquote><p>Attendance Monday was 64,520, up from 61,112 from the same day last year, said NAIAS spokesman Sam Locricchio. On opening day Saturday, 86,622 attended the show, compared with 83,715 on the opening Saturday last year, he said. Sunday's attendance was 99,111 -- up from 96,623 for the opening Sunday in 2010, he said.</p></blockquote><p>The show, at Detroit's Cobo Center, is open until Sunday.Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:59:59 +0000Zoe Clark914 at http://michiganradio.orgAttendance up at the Detroit Auto ShowAuto Week's "Best in Show" at the Detroit Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/auto-weeks-best-show-detroit-auto-show
<p>Editors at Auto Week perused the offerings at the 2011 North American International Auto Show and named their top picks.</p><p>Executive Editor of Auto Week, Roger Hart, said the show had more than two dozen new models on display, and most had one thing in common:</p><blockquote><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">&nbsp;"There were no fancy, pie-in-the-sky, dreamlike concept cars. Nearly everything billed as a concept looked as if you could buy one tomorrow at your local dealership and drive it home."</span></p></blockquote><p>Here are their picks:</p>Fri, 14 Jan 2011 19:09:28 +0000Mark Brush890 at http://michiganradio.orgAuto Week's "Best in Show" at the Detroit Auto ShowReport: Profit-sharing checks coming to Ford and GM workershttp://michiganradio.org/post/report-profit-sharing-checks-coming-ford-and-gm-workers
<p>At the <a href="http://www.naias.com/">Detroit International Auto Show</a>, domestic automakers are celebrating a comeback of their industry. GM and Ford both saw profits last year, and the car makers are expecting a good year this year.</p><p>As more proof of the comeback, Bill Vlasic and Nick Bunkley report in the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/13/business/13auto.html?pagewanted=1&amp;_r=1&amp;sq=Vlasic&amp;st=cse&amp;scp=5">New York Times</a> about profit-sharing checks that are expected to go to GM and Ford workers:</p><blockquote><p>The two big Detroit carmakers will announce profit-sharing checks this month for their hourly workers, perhaps the largest in a decade, company officials and industry analysts say.</p></blockquote><p>The checks are expected to top out at $5,000 at Ford, less at GM.</p><p>They report these checks "would be the biggest payout since the $8,000 checks that Ford handed out in 2000." Chrysler, the report says, is not expected to issue bonus checks this year.Thu, 13 Jan 2011 21:43:30 +0000Mark Brush878 at http://michiganradio.orgReport: Profit-sharing checks coming to Ford and GM workersMayor Dave Bing visits NAIAShttp://michiganradio.org/post/mayor-dave-bing-visits-naias
<p><a href="http://www.detroitmi.gov/MayorsOffice/tabid/123/Default.aspx">Detroit Mayor Dave Bing</a> visited the <a href="http://www.naias.com/">North American International Auto Show</a> today in Detroit. As the Associated Press reports:</p><blockquote><p>The former NBA great toured Cobo Center... checking out the latest offerings from companies including General Motors and Ford. He says a comeback for automakers such as GM, Ford and Chrysler is positive for the city and the state.</p></blockquote><p>Bing is just one of many politicians who have visited the show over the past few days.&nbsp; Governor <a href="http://michiganradionews.org/post/snyder-auto-industry-critical-states-future">Rick Snyder visited the show yesterday</a> and members of Michigan's Congressional delegation, including Democratic Representatives John Dingell, Sander Levin and Gary Peters, have also visited Cobo Center this week.Wed, 12 Jan 2011 18:46:04 +0000Zoe Clark851 at http://michiganradio.orgMayor Dave Bing visits NAIASThe Governor and The Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/governor-and-auto-show
<p>Governor Rick Snyder visited the Detroit auto show yesterday, something governors traditionally do. They greet the CEOs, make nice comments about the new models, and disappear.</p><p>I can’t recall a single thing any politician has said at the auto show that was worth remembering.&nbsp; But this year is a little different. Two years ago, it was highly uncertain whether there would be either an domestic auto industry or an auto show in 2011.</p><p>What’s more, almost nobody in the industry or the state had ever heard of Rick Snyder, and nobody imagined he’d be governor.</p><p>Well, the auto industry is a good bit healthier today, and the state is getting used to a governor who doesn’t like to wear a tie, and doesn’t mind being called a nerd. Like other governors before him, Snyder didn’t say anything especially stirring at the auto show. But he did a few things worth noting. He didn’t just visit what we might now call the not-so-big three, Ford, General Motors and Chrysler. He stopped by Kia and Hyundai and Toyota too.Wed, 12 Jan 2011 18:10:19 +0000Zoe Clark848 at http://michiganradio.orgThe Governor and The Auto ShowSnyder: Auto industry is critical to state's futurehttp://michiganradio.org/post/snyder-auto-industry-critical-states-future
<p>Governor <a href="http://www.governorelectricksnyder.com/">Rick Snyder</a> visited the <a href="http://www.naias.com/">North American International Auto Show</a> in Detroit yesterday.&nbsp; He sat in a Chevy Volt, stopped by the Ford and Prius pavilions, and visited with Fiat-Chryser CEO Sergio Marccione. Rick Pluta was at the show and filed this report:</p><p>Governor Snyder cheered the rebound in the auto industry from where it was at this time last year. Snyder says he does not want to play favorites when it comes to economic development -- that Michigan should make all entrepreneurs feel equally welcome. But the governor also says he recognizes how big the car business still looms in the state’s economy. Snyder said:</p><blockquote><p>The role of manufacturing and the auto industry in Michigan’s future is critical. I don’t walk away from it all. Actually, I embrace it. That is part of our heritage. That is something we have world-class people in.</p></blockquote><p>The governor says he will call for lower taxes and less regulation and will reveal more details of his economic plan next week when he delivers his first State of the State address</p><p>The show opened for media previews on Monday and opens to the public on Saturday.Wed, 12 Jan 2011 11:27:53 +0000Zoe Clark840 at http://michiganradio.orgSnyder: Auto industry is critical to state's futurePresident's top manufacturing advisor "cautiously optimistic" about US auto recoveryhttp://michiganradio.org/post/presidents-top-manufacturing-advisor-cautiously-optimistic-about-us-auto-recovery
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<pre>He says automakers’ profits are “better than expected," but admits that job growth is slower than he’d like.Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:46:15 +0000Sarah Cwiek839 at http://michiganradio.orgPresident's top manufacturing advisor "cautiously optimistic" about US auto recovery"Back to business" theme at Detroit auto showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/back-business-theme-detroit-auto-show
<p>The 2011 North American International Auto Show is in a decidedly upbeat mood.</p><p>After two years of somber shows, automakers are rolling out new products and showcasing an unusual level of variety and innovation. And they're bullish about how consumers will respond to all those new choices.</p><p>Chrysler might be the poster child for the resurgent feeling at this year’s show.</p><p>Last year, the automaker barely had a presence, and Chrysler Brand President Olivier Francois remembered how that felt.</p>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:54:26 +0000Sarah Cwiek832 at http://michiganradio.org"Back to business" theme at Detroit auto showGreen cars: the new blackhttp://michiganradio.org/post/green-cars-new-black
<p>In past years, most of the so-called “green cars” at the North American International Auto Show were concept cars – not ready for prime time. This year is different.</p><p>The Toyota Prius has been America’s premier environmentally friendly car for ten years. Now, the car has some serious competition. Both the Chevy Volt and the Nissan Leaf have an EPA fuel economy rating the equivalent of more than 90 miles to the gallon.</p><p>Tracy Samilton talked with Brad Berman, founder of <a href="http://www.plugincars.com/">plugincars.com</a></p><blockquote><p>“Suddenly it makes the Prius' 50 mpg seem mild. Now it’s Toyota’s turn to say, hey, we’re still relevant.”</p></blockquote><p>Toyota is turning the Prius into an entire brand. People going to the show will be able to see three new Prius vehicles, including a plug-in being unveiled in Detroit.</p><p>Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:31:33 +0000Rebecca Williams828 at http://michiganradio.orgGreen cars: the new blackStabenow 'excited' for Volt winhttp://michiganradio.org/post/stabenow-excited-volt-win
<p>Michigan <a href="http://stabenow.senate.gov/">Senator Debbie Stabenow</a> visited the <a href="http://www.naias.com/">North American International Auto Show</a> yesterday in Detroit. The Associated Press reports the Democrat said, "she's excited that the Chevrolet Volt was named Car of the Year," at the show.&nbsp; The <a href="http://www.michiganradionews.org/post/chevy-volt-ford-explorer-win-naias-awards">Car of the Year award</a> was announced yesterday morning.&nbsp; The Ford Explorer won the <a href="http://www.michiganradionews.org/post/chevy-volt-ford-explorer-win-naias-awards">Truck of the Year</a> award.</p><p>Former House Speaker <a href="http://pelosi.house.gov/">and California Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi</a> was scheduled to attend the show yesterday but canceled the trip after <a href="http://www.npr.org/2011/01/10/132780010/vitriol-cited-as-possible-factor-in-arizona-tragedy">Saturday's shooting in Arizona</a>.</p><p>Governor Rick Snyder <a href="http://michiganradionews.org/post/snyder-visit-detroit-auto-show">plans to visit the show</a> with his Lt. Gov., Brian Calley, later today.Tue, 11 Jan 2011 12:02:28 +0000Zoe Clark826 at http://michiganradio.orgStabenow 'excited' for Volt winSnyder to visit Detroit Auto Showhttp://michiganradio.org/post/snyder-visit-detroit-auto-show
<p>Governor Rick Snyder will visit the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today. Lt. Gov. Brian Calley will also attend.</p><p>The two will tour the auto show and meet with President and CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Authority Michael Finney.</p><p>Media previews of the show began yesterday.&nbsp; The show opens to the public on Saturday and runs through January 23rd.Tue, 11 Jan 2011 11:49:59 +0000Zoe Clark825 at http://michiganradio.orgSnyder to visit Detroit Auto ShowGM's Mark Reuss talks about auto industry's futurehttp://michiganradio.org/post/gms-mark-reuss-talks-about-auto-industrys-future
<p>Today president of <a href="http://www.gm.com/">GM</a> North America, Mark <span>Reuss</span> spoke with Michigan Radio's All Things Considered Host, <a href="http://www.michiganradio.org/staffwhite.html">Jennifer White</a>.</p><p>The Chevy Volt won the "<a href="http://www.michiganradionews.org/post/chevy-volt-ford-explorer-win-naias-awards">Car of the Year Award</a>" at the Detroit Auto Show. White asked Reuss why the auto company has put so much into the development of the Volt.</p><blockquote><p>"If you look at the electric and hybrid car piece of the industry, it's been steadily gaining in popularity as time goes on. But what does it take to go beyond hybrid? To go beyond the traditional electric car and produce something that really has an exteded range with the gasoline and the battery on board, so you don't have to worry about an electric engine on board?"</p></blockquote><p>Reuss said they accomplished that with the development of the Volt, and that GM remained focused on the Volt through some rough times.</p><p>When asked about the prospects for the new car market, Reuss was upbeat because he says there are a lot of people driving older cars, so there's "pent up demand" for new cars:</p><blockquote><p>"And the reason why I say this is because if you look at the cost to operate some of the newer vehicles from a fuel efficiency standpoint, they're much, much lower than some of the vehicles these people are forced to hang onto."</p></blockquote><p>Reuss said, in the past, the company has been good at engineering and building trucks and some of the "truck variants," but today they're re-focusing their efforts on smaller cars:<span _fck_bookmark="1" style="display: none;">&nbsp;</span></p><blockquote><p>"We have refocused with the launch of things like the Volt, and the Sonic for Chevrolet, and then the <span _fck_bookmark="1" style="display: none;">&nbsp;</span>Verano for Buick. We've really refocused our efforts into excellence in the small and compact car markets. And you're going to see those as really good alternatives in the market as we go forward."</p></blockquote><p>Reuss was asked how he views the automotive industry today. Here's his response:<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYz6tvYh5YA</p>Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:21:00 +0000Mark Brush824 at http://michiganradio.orgGM's Mark Reuss talks about auto industry's futureGM's Chevy Volt is more than a car - it's a technological strategyhttp://michiganradio.org/post/gms-chevy-volt-more-car-its-technological-strategy
<p>For people who follow the car business, the big news coming from the North American International Auto Show&nbsp;on Monday&nbsp;was no surprise.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Still, GM employees enthusiastically cheered and applauded the announcement.</p><p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ4Om47xRag</p><p>The Volt is GM’s extended range electric car.&nbsp; GM has big plans riding on the electric car’s small frame.&nbsp; In fact, the Volt is more than a car for GM. It’s an entire strategy.Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:09:23 +0000Tracy Samilton823 at http://michiganradio.orgGM's Chevy Volt is more than a car - it's a technological strategy